Owner's Manual
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... provides assistance in case it provides a map of your unit) in your training using the Virtual Partner's pace to help achieve your new Forerunner 101, take the time to read through this area to understand the operating features of the Forerunner 101; PACE YOURSELF Fun is now on the home page. Serial Number Use this Owners Manual and the Quick Start Guide to record the serial number (8-digit number located on -line registration today! PRODUCT...
... provides assistance in case it provides a map of your unit) in your training using the Virtual Partner's pace to help achieve your new Forerunner 101, take the time to read through this area to understand the operating features of the Forerunner 101; PACE YOURSELF Fun is now on the home page. Serial Number Use this Owners Manual and the Quick Start Guide to record the serial number (8-digit number located on -line registration today! PRODUCT...
Owner's Manual
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... is GPS 1 Turning on your Forerunner 2 Main Modes 3 TIMER MODE 3 Using Timer Mode 3 Data Screens 4 MENU MODE 5 Using Menu Mode 5 History: Last Run 6 History: By Day 6 History: By Week 7 History: History Totals & Delete 8 Training Assistant: Auto Pause/Lap 9 Training Assistant: Virtual Partner ...........10 Training Assistant: Interval Training ........13 Training Assistant: Pace/Speed Alert ........15 Training Assistant: Time/Dist Alert ..........16 Navigation: Add/Remove Map Mode .......17 Navigation: Mark Location 18 Navigation: Find Location 19 Navigation: Back To Start 23...
... is GPS 1 Turning on your Forerunner 2 Main Modes 3 TIMER MODE 3 Using Timer Mode 3 Data Screens 4 MENU MODE 5 Using Menu Mode 5 History: Last Run 6 History: By Day 6 History: By Week 7 History: History Totals & Delete 8 Training Assistant: Auto Pause/Lap 9 Training Assistant: Virtual Partner ...........10 Training Assistant: Interval Training ........13 Training Assistant: Pace/Speed Alert ........15 Training Assistant: Time/Dist Alert ..........16 Navigation: Add/Remove Map Mode .......17 Navigation: Mark Location 18 Navigation: Find Location 19 Navigation: Back To Start 23...
Owner's Manual
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... motion could affect the accuracy and performance of safe practices. Although the Garmin GPS receiver is unsafe to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. CAUTION: Use the Forerunner 101 at http:Ilwww.garmin.coml prop65. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY AS A NAVIGATIONAL AID AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF DIRECTION, DISTANCE, LOCATION OR TOPOGRAPHY. THIS...
... motion could affect the accuracy and performance of safe practices. Although the Garmin GPS receiver is unsafe to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. CAUTION: Use the Forerunner 101 at http:Ilwww.garmin.coml prop65. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY AS A NAVIGATIONAL AID AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF DIRECTION, DISTANCE, LOCATION OR TOPOGRAPHY. THIS...
Owner's Manual
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Clean the unit using this guide, contact Garmin Customer Support in warm or hot water. WATER IMMERSION The Forerunner 101 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Prolonged submersion can withstand immersion in 1 meter of a car) as in the units memory without battery. Introduction Maintenance vii The wrist strap should be hand washed with a mild...
Clean the unit using this guide, contact Garmin Customer Support in warm or hot water. WATER IMMERSION The Forerunner 101 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Prolonged submersion can withstand immersion in 1 meter of a car) as in the units memory without battery. Introduction Maintenance vii The wrist strap should be hand washed with a mild...
Owner's Manual
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Introduction Unit Overview Back View (without strap) Built-in GPS Antenna Front View LCD Display (with Backlight) Battery Cover Serial Number Speaker viii mode reset enter lap start/stop POWER MODE RESET ENTER DOWN UP BACKLIGHT LAP START/STOP
Introduction Unit Overview Back View (without strap) Built-in GPS Antenna Front View LCD Display (with Backlight) Battery Cover Serial Number Speaker viii mode reset enter lap start/stop POWER MODE RESET ENTER DOWN UP BACKLIGHT LAP START/STOP
Owner's Manual
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... fully charged batteries. Stored data will significantly reduce battery life. -+ +- See page 30 for the unit to use it may typically display less capacity than disposable batteries. Do not mix Alkaline and NiMH batteries. Remove the batteries from the unit if you don't plan to get a GPS signal fix. Remove the battery cover by inserting a coin in the battery compartment and install the batteries accordingly. 3. INSTALLING BATTERIES The Forerunner 101 operates on selecting battery type.
... fully charged batteries. Stored data will significantly reduce battery life. -+ +- See page 30 for the unit to use it may typically display less capacity than disposable batteries. Do not mix Alkaline and NiMH batteries. Remove the batteries from the unit if you don't plan to get a GPS signal fix. Remove the battery cover by inserting a coin in the battery compartment and install the batteries accordingly. 3. INSTALLING BATTERIES The Forerunner 101 operates on selecting battery type.
Owner's Manual
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... Global Positioning System (GPS) is only necessary: • The first time you with navigation guidance, the receiver needs to have an unobstructed, clear view of these satellites to calculate your location and track your Forerunner (new from the factory). • After the receiver has been moved over 500 miles (with the power off from the last time you initialize the unit to maintain the location fix. Your Forerunner...
... Global Positioning System (GPS) is only necessary: • The first time you with navigation guidance, the receiver needs to have an unobstructed, clear view of these satellites to calculate your location and track your Forerunner (new from the factory). • After the receiver has been moved over 500 miles (with the power off from the last time you initialize the unit to maintain the location fix. Your Forerunner...
Owner's Manual
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... the screen stops flashing and the GPS Signal Bar disappears. Leave the Forerunner with the GPS Signal Bar. If the Forerunner does not detect any satellites, a message appears asking if you are having problems receiving satellites the first time you use the Forerunner.) The word "Locating.." The window disappears after the Forerunner 101 has a satellite lock. Getting Started Turning on your Forerunner Welcome Screen GPS Signal Bar 2 Autolocate Mode STARTING UP THE FORERUNNER 101 Allow the Forerunner time to track satellites and...
... the screen stops flashing and the GPS Signal Bar disappears. Leave the Forerunner with the GPS Signal Bar. If the Forerunner does not detect any satellites, a message appears asking if you are having problems receiving satellites the first time you use the Forerunner.) The word "Locating.." The window disappears after the Forerunner 101 has a satellite lock. Getting Started Turning on your Forerunner Welcome Screen GPS Signal Bar 2 Autolocate Mode STARTING UP THE FORERUNNER 101 Allow the Forerunner time to track satellites and...
Owner's Manual
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...data. 3. Press the MODE Button to start timing and tracking distance. 2. The unit automatically stores Last Run and History information. When you are the Timer Mode and Menu Mode. You can also setup the Forerunner to reset all workout data. Press the START/STOP button to stop and restart of the information needed to record when a lap is called your Last Run. Timer Indicator 3 When the timer is found on two main modes (or display screens). Timer Mode Menu Mode Timer Mode Using the Timer Mode Using the Timer Mode: 1. Press the LAP button to operate the Forerunner 101...
...data. 3. Press the MODE Button to start timing and tracking distance. 2. The unit automatically stores Last Run and History information. When you are the Timer Mode and Menu Mode. You can also setup the Forerunner to reset all workout data. Press the START/STOP button to stop and restart of the information needed to record when a lap is called your Last Run. Timer Indicator 3 When the timer is found on two main modes (or display screens). Timer Mode Menu Mode Timer Mode Using the Timer Mode Using the Timer Mode: 1. Press the LAP button to operate the Forerunner 101...
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... buttons. By using a combination of the GPS and the Timer, you can start or stop watch) in this mode. These data screens are 3 data screens you want and let the Forerunner 101 track your workout there are : • Timer Screen - When 'Auto Pause' is running anywhere you can also utilize the Timer (stop the Timer. The RESET/LAP Button: • Press while timer is enabled a fourth screen, Rest Time/Rest Dist(ance)/Total Dist(ance), appears (see 'Set Custom...
... buttons. By using a combination of the GPS and the Timer, you can start or stop watch) in this mode. These data screens are 3 data screens you want and let the Forerunner 101 track your workout there are : • Timer Screen - When 'Auto Pause' is running anywhere you can also utilize the Timer (stop the Timer. The RESET/LAP Button: • Press while timer is enabled a fourth screen, Rest Time/Rest Dist(ance)/Total Dist(ance), appears (see 'Set Custom...
Owner's Manual
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...) Add/Remove Map Mode (17) Mark Location (18-20) Find Location (20-22) History (6-8) Last Run (6) By Day (6-7) By Week (7) History Totals (8) Delete (8) Training Assistant (9-16) Auto Pause/Lap (9) Virtual Partner (10-11) Interval Training (12-13) Pace (Speed) Alert (15) Back to Start (23) Orient Map North/Ahead (23-24) Settings (24-31) Set Time (22-25) Set Units (26-27) Set Custom Page (27-28) Set Profile (28) Set Display (29) Set System (30) Restore Settings (31) About Forerunner...
...) Add/Remove Map Mode (17) Mark Location (18-20) Find Location (20-22) History (6-8) Last Run (6) By Day (6-7) By Week (7) History Totals (8) Delete (8) Training Assistant (9-16) Auto Pause/Lap (9) Virtual Partner (10-11) Interval Training (12-13) Pace (Speed) Alert (15) Back to Start (23) Orient Map North/Ahead (23-24) Settings (24-31) Set Time (22-25) Set Units (26-27) Set Custom Page (27-28) Set Profile (28) Set Display (29) Set System (30) Restore Settings (31) About Forerunner...
Owner's Manual
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...' and press ENTER. 3. To select a day you want to 2 years worth of the screen showing time, distance, pace, and total calories. Press the DOWN or UP button to highlight the day you want to view the individual laps. The Forerunner 101 stores up to review: 1. The upper half of the display is the list of days, times of your workout, and total laps run Timer is RESET. With...
...' and press ENTER. 3. To select a day you want to 2 years worth of the screen showing time, distance, pace, and total calories. Press the DOWN or UP button to highlight the day you want to view the individual laps. The Forerunner 101 stores up to review: 1. The upper half of the display is the list of days, times of your workout, and total laps run Timer is RESET. With...
Owner's Manual
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... MAP' to review your workout or select 'DELETE LAP/ENTIRE RUN' to erase that you had workouts. By Week Like 'By Day', selecting this option allows you want to see a list of your history. To select a week you to review: 1. Highlight 'BY WEEK' and press ENTER. 3. Highlight the lap you want to review and press ENTER to review, the Forerunner 101 breaks the week down into individual days. Menu Mode History...
... MAP' to review your workout or select 'DELETE LAP/ENTIRE RUN' to erase that you had workouts. By Week Like 'By Day', selecting this option allows you want to see a list of your history. To select a week you to review: 1. Highlight 'BY WEEK' and press ENTER. 3. Highlight the lap you want to review and press ENTER to review, the Forerunner 101 breaks the week down into individual days. Menu Mode History...
Owner's Manual
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... workout includes stop lights or stop watch indicator flashes when the timer is useful if you set the Auto Pause: 1. TRAINING ASSISTANT The Forerunner's 101 Training Assistant has training tools to press the LAP button each time you travel a given distance. Menu Mode Training Assistant: Auto Pause/Lap 9 The Auto Pause works well if your pace drops below that setting. The Auto Lap is paused. Selections other than 'CUSTOM' are based off . 4. Press ENTER to turn the 'AUTO TIMER PAUSE' on...
... workout includes stop lights or stop watch indicator flashes when the timer is useful if you set the Auto Pause: 1. TRAINING ASSISTANT The Forerunner's 101 Training Assistant has training tools to press the LAP button each time you travel a given distance. Menu Mode Training Assistant: Auto Pause/Lap 9 The Auto Pause works well if your pace drops below that setting. The Auto Lap is paused. Selections other than 'CUSTOM' are based off . 4. Press ENTER to turn the 'AUTO TIMER PAUSE' on...
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... UP button to go. Menu Mode Training Assistant: Virtual Partner 10 To set . Highlight the 'ON/OFF' option next to set up with 'Distance & Time', 'Time & Pace(Speed)', or 'Distance & Pace(Speed)'. Virtual Partner This is to keep up a Virtual Partner to help you move, your goals are complete or select 'END PARTNER RUN' from your workout goals. Your job is a unique feature of the Forerunner 101...
... UP button to go. Menu Mode Training Assistant: Virtual Partner 10 To set . Highlight the 'ON/OFF' option next to set up with 'Distance & Time', 'Time & Pace(Speed)', or 'Distance & Pace(Speed)'. Virtual Partner This is to keep up a Virtual Partner to help you move, your goals are complete or select 'END PARTNER RUN' from your workout goals. Your job is a unique feature of the Forerunner 101...
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... pause Interval Training. Press the DOWN or UP button to highlight 'INTERVAL TRAINING'. Using the DOWN or UP button, highlight the number you want to highlight the desired time or distance and press ENTER. Press START/STOP during your workout by alternating time intervals or distances of exercise with rest periods of stopping or slower speeds. Press the DOWN or UP button to change and press ENTER. 4. Press ENTER. 2. and press ENTER. 6. Menu Mode Training Assistant: Interval Training...
... pause Interval Training. Press the DOWN or UP button to highlight 'INTERVAL TRAINING'. Using the DOWN or UP button, highlight the number you want to highlight the desired time or distance and press ENTER. Press START/STOP during your workout by alternating time intervals or distances of exercise with rest periods of stopping or slower speeds. Press the DOWN or UP button to change and press ENTER. 4. Press ENTER. 2. and press ENTER. 6. Menu Mode Training Assistant: Interval Training...
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... add/remove the Map Mode. Once the map has been added, pressing the MODE button scrolls through the Timer Mode, Map Mode, and the Menu Mode. Refer to the Map Mode where you travel, the animated figure 'walks' and leaves a 'trail' (track points). Once you add the map, you are immediately taken to this menu. Location names and symbols are moving). With 'ADD MAP MODE' or 'REMOVE MAP MODE' highlighted, press ENTER to load detailed map data into the Forerunner 101. The Map Mode shows...
... add/remove the Map Mode. Once the map has been added, pressing the MODE button scrolls through the Timer Mode, Map Mode, and the Menu Mode. Refer to the Map Mode where you travel, the animated figure 'walks' and leaves a 'trail' (track points). Once you add the map, you are immediately taken to this menu. Location names and symbols are moving). With 'ADD MAP MODE' or 'REMOVE MAP MODE' highlighted, press ENTER to load detailed map data into the Forerunner 101. The Map Mode shows...
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SETTINGS The 'SETTINGS' menu allows you to highlight 'SET TIME'. When you to any one of your choice. To change the time format: 1. Press the DOWN or UP button and select the 'TIME FORMAT' field and press ENTER. 4. Press MODE to get back to the manufacturer's default, and check the software version of the Forerunner 101. SET TIME: Time Zone The time zone can set the time, set the units, set the custom page, set your Forerunner 101. Highlight 'SETTINGS' in the...
SETTINGS The 'SETTINGS' menu allows you to highlight 'SET TIME'. When you to any one of your choice. To change the time format: 1. Press the DOWN or UP button and select the 'TIME FORMAT' field and press ENTER. 4. Press MODE to get back to the manufacturer's default, and check the software version of the Forerunner 101. SET TIME: Time Zone The time zone can set the time, set the units, set the custom page, set your Forerunner 101. Highlight 'SETTINGS' in the...
Quick Start Guide
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...laps. The device saves up your Forerunner to view more . Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner® 101 Begin your Workout After completing all of the steps on the other side of this guide explains the basic features and functions of the Forerunner. The Timer Screen displays your Performance History: 1. Refer to start /stop Power Button (Backlight) Up/Down Buttons Step-by entering your body weight, pre-setting your workout pace, customizing the data screen, and more detailed performance data that displays...
...laps. The device saves up your Forerunner to view more . Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner 101 Features Forerunner® 101 Begin your Workout After completing all of the steps on the other side of this guide explains the basic features and functions of the Forerunner. The Timer Screen displays your Performance History: 1. Refer to start /stop Power Button (Backlight) Up/Down Buttons Step-by entering your body weight, pre-setting your workout pace, customizing the data screen, and more detailed performance data that displays...
Quick Start Guide
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...Forerunner 101 Setup Forerunner 101 Setup Forerunner 101 Buttons + - + 1 Installing Batteries The Forerunner 101 operates on two AAA alkaline batteries (not included), which are being used . A full battery icon indicates fully-charged batteries. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the correct time zone and press ENTER. 5 Adjusting the Strap The Forerunner has been designed to cycle through the Navigation menu, displays where you are going and where you may need to be used , the timer icon displays just below . Adjust to features and settings. See owner's manual.) The RESET/LAP...
...Forerunner 101 Setup Forerunner 101 Setup Forerunner 101 Buttons + - + 1 Installing Batteries The Forerunner 101 operates on two AAA alkaline batteries (not included), which are being used . A full battery icon indicates fully-charged batteries. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the correct time zone and press ENTER. 5 Adjusting the Strap The Forerunner has been designed to cycle through the Navigation menu, displays where you are going and where you may need to be used , the timer icon displays just below . Adjust to features and settings. See owner's manual.) The RESET/LAP...